Armoured fighting vehicles imports in Nigeria: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Nigeria imported armoured fighting vehicles worth $2.2 million (104 tonnes). That is 100% less than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 116% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $9.17 billion.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.2M | 104 t |
| 2023 | $9.17B | 497 t |
| 2022 | $29.8M | 489 t |
| 2021 | $22K | 0 t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 65 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 23 t |
| 2018 | $21K | 0 t |
Where Nigeria imports armoured fighting vehicles from
One supplier dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 51% |
| United States | $1.0M | 47% |
| Slovakia | $27K | 1.2% |
| China | $20K | 0.9% |
| Senegal | $3K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $1K | 0% |
| Jordan | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.78 per kg, 66% below the world average of $61.69, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Nigeria?
The shipment records behind Nigeria armoured fighting vehicles imports (HS 8710): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8710: Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles; motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles.
Common questions
What is the value of armoured fighting vehicles imported by Nigeria?
Nigeria imported armoured fighting vehicles worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 104 tonnes. That ranks it 76th of 130 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 100% on 2023.
Which countries supply armoured fighting vehicles to Nigeria?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by the United States (47%) and Slovakia (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 46% on the year.
What is the average import price of armoured fighting vehicles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.78 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $61.69 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of armoured fighting vehicles to Nigeria changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21 thousand in 2018 to $2.2 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $9.17 billion. Over 7 years the average was $1.32 billion a year.
What is the HS code for armoured fighting vehicles?
The HS code for armoured fighting vehicles is heading 8710. In Nigeria all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 8710.00. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8710 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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